Upcoming Events
Break Summer Trip
Saturday–Tuesday, May 25–28, Fall Creek Falls | Cost: $90.
Young adults, join us for hiking, relaxing, fellowship, and teaching from Seth Holler. Invite a friend! We'll give you more details as we get closer to the trip. If you have any questions, ask Kassie Sanborn (901) 262-6510. Register here by Wednesday, May 8.
VBS “The Great Jungle Journey”
Monday–Friday, June 3–7, 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | For Rising K–5th Grade | No Cost.
At this year’s VBS, we will embark on a jungle cruise with curriculum from Answers in Genesis. On The Great Jungle Journey, we will travel from Genesis through Revelation learning all about God’s plan through His Word. Be on the look out…we’ll be boarding our cruise before you know it, and you won’t want to miss the adventure! Register April 14-May 15 at www.firstevan.org/vbs.
Summer Safari 2024: Maker Fun Factory
Mondays and Thursdays, June 13–July 25, 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., First Evan | For rising PreK 4-6th Grade | Register by May 19
We have expanded our ages to include children ages PreK 4 through rising 6th grade, and we are excited about all the fun we will have this summer on Mondays and Thursdays here at First Evan! Summer Safari is a drop-off program from 9:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m. with 2 summer sessions.
At “Maker Fun Factory,” we will have songs, STEM activities, games, crafts, field trips, and more, and we will of course learn about Jesus Christ and HIS great love for the world He made! It is the desire of our ministry to come alongside parents to help provide the structure, peer interaction, and fun kids need for a healthy, enjoyable summertime.
The cost is $150/session, or $250 for both sessions—so that’s $25/child per day—plus an activity fee of $25/child per session. Financial aid is available for members and regular attenders of First Evan. We are looking forward to having you! Email Kate Taylor ktaylor@firstevan.org for more details.
Student Life Summer Camp
Monday–Friday, June 17–21, Orange Beach, AL.
Students will be attending a week-long conference style camp where we will be led in worship by Judd Harris and will hear from sessions speaker Matt Carter. The focus of the week will be highlighting John 8:12 where Jesus makes the bold claim that “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.” Students will be shown how God is a God of revival, redeeming His people and giving them purpose. If you have any questions before you register, as always, don’t hesitate to reach out. Total cost of the retreat is $600.
Terrific Tuesday: Skating Party
Tuesday, August 1, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Cordova Skating Center (7970 Club Center Dr., Cordova, 38016). Join us for our end of summer skating party! Cost: Free. Contact Kate Taylor with questions.
Conversations on Art and Faith
Conversations on Art and Faith, Dixon Gallery & Gardens, Tuesday, August 1, 10:00 a.m.
Meet in the outside courtyard and view American Perspectives: Stories from the American Folk Art Museum and discuss, " Which piece of today's collection tells the most distinct narrative? Can you tie in a narrative from the Bible to the narrative in the painting?" Register here.
Sage: A Practical Life Series
Sage: A Practical Life Series, Thursday, July 27, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Colonnade, 1661 International Drive, Ste. 150. Grab a co-worker, friend, or neighbor for a practical lunch and learn on “Avoiding or Getting Out of Debt” with speaker Sarah Beach. Bring your own lunch. Sign up here.
Sage: A Practical Life Series
Sage: A Practical Life Series, Thursday, July 20, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Colonnade, 1661 International Drive, Ste. 150. Grab a co-worker, friend, or neighbor for a practical lunch and learn on “Design Tips to Simplify Life at Home” with speaker Becca Gaines, owner and principal designer of B. Gaines Interior Design. Bring your own lunch. Sign up here.
The Seven Basic Needs of a Husband
Tuesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m., Gail Alverson’s Home (6112 Sugar Tree Ave) | Speaker: Mary Ewing. It is always the season to become rooted in what God says we should be as wives. Thankfully, His unchanging Word gives us guidelines and help on how to do that. Join us as we look at what a husband needs (and doesn’t need) from his wife. To register, click here.
Sage: A Practical Life Series
Sage: A Practical Life Series, Thursday, July 27, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Colonnade, 1661 International Drive, Ste. 150. Grab a co-worker, friend, or neighbor for a practical lunch and learn on “Emotions: Let Them Guide, but Not Rule” with speaker Terry Bernardini Thompson, MS, LPC, MHSP, NCC. Bring your own lunch. Sign up here.
Stories of God’s Faithfulness
Monday, July 10, 6:30–8:00 p.m., Jo Anne Clark’s Home, 548 Valleybrook Dr., Memphis. Speaker: Gail Alverson.
Within God’s amazing eternal story are the stories of each of His children. Every saint has a story of both faithfulness and failure. All of our stories include seasons of blessing, trial, struggle, and suffering. In sharing our stories, we encourage each other to faithfully run with endurance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith! No reservations required.
Sage: A Practical Life Series
Sage: A Practical Life Series, Thursday, July 6, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Colonnade, 1661 International Drive, Ste. 150. Grab a co-worker, friend, or neighbor for a practical lunch and learn on “Securing Your Financial Future” with speaker Shannon Acosta, CFP. Bring your own lunch. Sign up here.
Healthy Boundaries Throughout Seasons of Life
Healthy Boundaries Throughout Seasons of Life, Monday, June 26, 6:30 p.m., Mary Ewing's Home (1500 Cobblestone Cv., Germantown) | Speaker: Tawni Ballinger. What are boundaries and why do we need them? How do we get others and ourselves to recognize and respect our boundaries? By drawing on God's wisdom we'll discuss how to begin establishing healthy boundaries with parents, spouses, children, friends, co-workers and even ourselves. We'll see how sound boundaries give us freedom to walk as the loving, giving, and fulfilled women God created us to be. To register, click here.
iPhone Photography Workshop
iPhone Photography Workshop, Saturday, June 24, 10:00 a.m., Mary Minor’s Home (6580 May Hollow Cv., Memphis). Nancy Webb will take a deep dive into iPhone photography to discuss how to use features on your iPhone that you may have been afraid to use. These will help improve your iPhone photography. Register here.
Sage: A Practical Life Series
Sage: A Practical Life Series, Thursday, June 22, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Colonnade, 1661 International Drive, Ste. 150. Grab a co-worker, friend, or neighbor for a practical lunch and learn on “Passion and Purpose” with speaker Nancy Knous, CFS, CFP, and CEO of Benchmark Wealth Management. Lunch boxes available for a fee, but registration required by Tuesday, June 20 at www.firstevan.org/refreshments.
Supper Club
Thursday, June 15, 6:00 p.m., Swanky's Taco Shop, 6641 Poplar Ave., Germantown.
Join Christy for dinner and casual conversation. Women of all ages welcome. No reservations required.
Garden Gathering: Clay Pot Decorating Demo
Tuesday, June 13, 10:00 a.m., Anne Freeland’s Home, 2197 Grandbury Way, Germantown.
These are informal gatherings at a host home to share a love for gardening.
Dawn Dalton will share a devotional, then Kaye McWhorter will demonstrate how to decorate clay pots to be used in your garden. Light refreshments provided. Limit: 15.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED HERE
Stories of God’s Faithfulness
Monday, June 12, 6:30–8:00 p.m., Jo Anne Clark’s Home, 548 Valleybrook Dr., Memphis. Speaker: Sondra Stanley.
Within God’s amazing eternal story are the stories of each of His children. Every saint has a story of both faithfulness and failure. All of our stories include seasons of blessing, trial, struggle, and suffering. In sharing our stories, we encourage each other to faithfully run with endurance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith! No reservations required.
Garden Gathering: Vegetable Gardening
Garden Gathering: Vegetable Gardening, Thursday, June 8, 10:00 a.m., Linda Reyle’s Home, 9658 Dove Meadow Cv. E., Germantown, TN.
These are informal gatherings at a host home to share a love for gardening.
Mary Minor will share a devotional, then Linda Reyle will share how to plant and grow vegetables; all a part of a healthy diet. Light refreshments provided. Limit: 30.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED HERE